| 21. | Continuous accumulation of ascites can be treated by placing a drain that can be self-drained.
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| 22. | CT advantages include its ability to demonstrate evidence of nearby organ invasion, ascites, and metastases.
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| 23. | This is used in the treatment of refractory ascites, bleeding from oesophageal varices and hepatorenal syndrome.
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| 24. | In severe cases, fluid can shift into the peritoneal cavity ( abdomen ) and cause ascites.
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| 25. | This is believed to be a key step in the pathogenesis of ascites in cirrhotics as well.
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| 26. | Rarely, when the theca-lutein cysts are stimulated by gonadotropins, massive ascites can result.
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| 27. | For example, severe heart failure can cause pulmonary edema, pleural effusions, ascites and peripheral edema.
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| 28. | The increased body weight also puts a strain on their hearts and lungs, and ascites often develops.
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| 29. | Those with ascites due to cancer ( peritoneal carcinomatosis ) may complain of chronic fatigue or weight loss.
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| 30. | If low volume ascites is suspected, then an attempt to elicit the puddle sign may be performed.
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